Cherry Sprout Produce was born from Big City Produce. Big City Produce operated in the same location for 11 years with the mission of serving the produce needs of North Portland’s African American community. When Hugh Gray of Big City Produce decided to go out of business in late 2007, two long-time employees stepped in to keep this community business healthy & strong. Knowing the importance of a neighborhood store, we strive to keep the spirit of Big City going. Cherry Sprout provides soul food staples and a wide selection of local greens whenever possible while simultaneously striving to satisfy the needs of our new neighborhood shoppers. We are keeping a neighborhood staple alive and well, bringing you fresh healthy affordable foods, and providing a welcoming environment for art, music, and community events.

We are a locally owned and inspired neighborhood market. We are here because we believe in the community of North Portland. We are grateful and wish to acknowledge the people who have supported this market over the years. Our commitment is to continue to serve your needs. We are also appreciative of the new faces that we see in the store on a daily basis. To you we say, WELCOME!

Our goal is to provide our customers with as much affordable, locally grown and locally produced food as possible. By shopping at our store you are supporting the local economy, the welfare of small family farms, progressive thought, individuality, the open exchange of ideas, and a uniquely beautiful community.

Our success will be measured by the health and happiness of our friends, neighbors, and co-workers. We are here to embrace:

FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION
PEACE
LOVE
HEALTH
ART
MUSIC
HARD WORK
GOOD FOOD
And last but not least
YOU!!